Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies Recipe
The Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies Recipe brings festive joy to every bite. These cookies are soft, buttery, and filled with bright cranberry and citrus notes.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 2 tbsp orange juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup white chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs, orange zest, and juice; mix well.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, soda, and salt.
- Combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture.
- Fold in dried cranberries and white chocolate chips.
- Scoop dough onto baking sheet using a tablespoon.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges turn golden.
- Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh orange zest for the best flavor.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes to prevent spreading.
- Substitute white chocolate with dark chocolate if preferred.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for freshness.
- Add chopped nuts for extra crunch.
- Use parchment paper to ensure even baking.
- Don’t overbake; cookies should stay soft inside.